When to apply decals

[ezeastside 93]

Finally back on my 312-8 restore.

The sheet metal was painted about a week and a half age.

When is the vaspar paint dry enough to apply decals?

It was restoration series with hardner added.

I like the off white wheel color better than the silver!

[oldredrider 2,553]

I'm with you on the wheel color. As soon as it's assembled you should be able to apply the decals.

[Fun Engineer 859]

Looks good. I waited about two weeks just to be safe. I also used the Restoration Series. Your wheels look great. I agree with your color choice.

[Wheel Horse Kid 105]

Great looking restoration! Those wheels do look pretty sharp!

[rmaynard 15,718]

I contacted Valspar's customer service about 2 years ago with the same question. Their answer was 30 days at normal drying temperature and humidity. I also asked them how long it takes for their paint to cure. The answer was 30 days. Seems like a pattern developing here, hmm?

[varosd 1,185]

wait, wait , wait just when it seems completely dry...wait. no rush as you apply the final touch to a great restore! no need to ruin paint and all the cursing. humid/hot/hazy weather. did I say wait? :D

[rmaynard 15,718]

That wait/cure time is one reason that I use acrylic urethane. Decals after 48 hours of normal drying, or if baked at 140 degrees for 40 minutes, you can apply them 20 minutes later.

[ezeastside 93]

OK i got ya!! I'll Wait a little longer.

Coming soon I will post a complete thread on the rebuild.!!..!!

[608KEB 796]

When I had my parts painted. The painter told me 60 days. But he used 100% enamel.